Valentine’s 2023 travel: 16 of the best UK romantic breaks and hotel stays
Treat your loved one to a luxury spa stay, relaxing retreat or castle experience
- 1. The Savoy
- 2. Glenapp Castle
- 3. Shangri-La The Shard, London
- 4. Hotel du Vin
- 5. The Idle Rocks
- 6. London Marriott Hotel County Hall
- 7. Wild Thyme & Honey
- 8. The Grand, York
- 9. The Varsity Hotel & Spa
- 10. Royal Lancaster London
- 11. Finn Lough
- 12. The Castle Hotel Windsor
- 13. The Headland
- 14. Kimpton Fitzroy London
- 15. Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate
- 16. Flemings Mayfair
1. The Savoy
London, England
Available from Saturday 11 February to Tuesday 14 February, guests can treat their loved ones to a special “Suite Night In” at The Savoy hotel in London. Priced from £2,110 per night (+ VAT), the experience includes:
- a stay in a luxurious and opulent suite adorned with charming amenities
- a beautifully curated Valentine’s two-course dinner menu
- breakfast the next morning
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2. Glenapp Castle
Ayrshire, Scotland
Glenapp Castle, a 21-bedroom hotel on the Ayrshire coast in Scotland, has an “All You Need Is Love” package for February. Priced from £199 per person per night, couples will enjoy:
- two nights in a magnificent castle suite
- a bottle of champagne on arrival
- cream tea in the Castle Drawing Room
- candlelit three-course gourmet dinner on the first evening
- rose petal turndown on one evening
- romantic breakfast in bed on one morning
3. Shangri-La The Shard, London
London, England
“Love is in the air” at the Shangri-La The Shard in London. Starting on level 34 and occupying 18 floors of the iconic tower, the 202-room hotel offers a spectacular romantic getaway in the clouds. Available from 6-19 February, the Love is in the Air package is priced from £760 per night and includes:
- a one-night stay in a luxurious room or suite
- breakfast for two at TĪNG
- an in-room chilled bottle of champagne
- a bouquet of flowers and luxurious chocolates
- use of the Sky Gym, infinity Sky Pool and sauna
4. Hotel du Vin
Various UK locations
Hotel du Vin has a “Now & Forever” exclusive Valentine’s package available at its 19 hotels across the UK, including Bristol, Cambridge, Stratford-upon-Avon and Edinburgh. The package includes:
- luxurious overnight accommodation
- a sumptuous three-course dinner
- breakfast (in bed) for two
To make the experience even more special, guests can also choose to add on a couples massage or wine tasting experience in select locations.
5. The Idle Rocks
St Mawes, Cornwall, England
Situated harbourside in the Cornish fishing village of St Mawes, The Idle Rocks is a charming destination for a romantic coastal getaway. The boutique hotel’s Valentine’s experience, “Amour in St Mawes”, offers the perfect blend of food, wine, romance, and down-time for two. Available from 9-19 February, prices start from £822 for a Village Hideaway Room and includes:
- a two-night stay at the hotel
- full Cornish breakfast on both mornings
- bottle of champagne and romantic sweet treats in room on arrival
- three-course dinner at St Mawes Hotel
- seven-course Signature dinner at The Idle Rocks restaurant
6. London Marriott Hotel County Hall
London, England
Offering arguably the capital’s best views of Big Ben, Houses of Parliament and the River Thames, the London Marriott Hotel County Hall is a top choice for romantics at Valentine’s. This year, guests may book into one of the hotel’s seven balcony suites for the ultimate romance package. Beautifully designed within keeping of the hotel’s Grade II listed heritage, the balcony suites with 24-hour room service and London’s most luxurious king size beds, provide the perfect backdrop for a weekend away for two. The tailored package is priced from £716 per night and includes:
- a minimum of two nights in a balcony suite
- chocolates and a bottle of Chapel Down Sparkling Wine in-room on arrival
- pre-stay consultation with the Valentine’s concierge
- preferential booking for a romantic candlelit dinner at Gillray’s Steakhouse with a view
7. Wild Thyme & Honey
Cotswolds, England
Hunker down in the heart of the Cotswolds with Wild Thyme & Honey’s special Valentine’s offering. Available for stays on Sunday 12, Monday 13 and Tuesday 14 February, the overnight accommodation and daily breakfast package starts from £390 for two people staying in an Ampney Hill room and includes:
- three-course dinner Valentine’s menu for two at The Crown
- a bottle of Fitz English sparkling wine
- one cocktail each
- homemade chocolate and hand-tied flowers placed in your room
- Dogs can join for free
8. The Grand, York
York, England
The Grand in York, the city’s only five-star hotel, is the perfect place to “Escape Together”. Set within the historic city walls, the package is priced from £269 per room and includes:
- a one-night stay in a classic bedroom
- decadent afternoon tea with a view
- complimentary welcome chocolates
- traditional Yorkshire breakfast
- access to the hotel’s spa and gym facilities housed in the former vaults
Guests can also choose to elevate the stay further with a unique dining experience at the hotel’s fine-dining restaurant, Legacy.
9. The Varsity Hotel & Spa
Cambridge, England
Located in the heart of Cambridge, The Varsity Hotel & Spa is hosting the ultimate Valentine’s Day getaway with an overnight stay in one of its impressive graduate double rooms (from £159). To complete the experience, guests have the choice of two spectacular eateries for their evening meal, both offering a carefully curated, three-course menu. Choose from either the panoramic bar and brasserie at SIX (£74.50 per person), which features floor to ceiling windows, or the River Bar Steakhouse & Grill (£78.50 per person), which offers magnificent views of Magdalene College and the River Cam.
10. Royal Lancaster London
London, England
Whisk your special someone away for a romantic escape in the capital. Priced from £419, valid for stays between 11-18 February, Royal Lancaster’s “London in Love” package includes:
- an overnight stay in one of the hotel’s beautiful rooms
- a fabulous breakfast in bed
- a bottle of champagne on ice and chocolate treat will be waiting on arrival
11. Finn Lough
Enniskillen, Northern Ireland
Retreat to a luxury forest hideaway in the Enniskillen countryside in Northern Ireland this Valentine’s. Available from 10-18 February and priced from £202.50 per person per night, Finn Lough’s “The Romantics” package includes:
- a one-night stay in your choice of accommodation
- an arrival treat in your room
- evening meal for two
- a private lakeside soak by candelight with a bottle of prosecco
- breakfast in bed
12. The Castle Hotel Windsor
Windsor, England
Enjoy a romantic escape at Castle Hotel Windsor in Royal Windsor. The dinner, bed and breakfast package for two nights from 12-14 February in a classic room starts from £558 and includes:
- rose petals on the bed when you arrive
- prosecco for two
- natural toiletries from 100 Acres
- the fluffiest bathrobe to unwind in after a delicious evening meal in Leaf
- artisan chocolates to be enjoyed when you arrive or taken home as a reminder of the time you had together
13. The Headland
Newquay, England
The Headland, a five-star hotel located on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in Newquay, boasts a beautiful cliff-top location overlooking the golden sands of Fistral Beach. Available all year round, not just for Valentine’s, the hotel’s “Celebration Package” includes:
- two nights accommodation
- Cornish breakfast on both mornings
- two-course dinner on one evening in The Terrace
- a bottle of prosecco in your room
- Lauden handmade chocolates in your room
- a rhassoul treatment for two adults only, which can only be taken as a dual treatment
Guests will also get complimentary use of the spa facilities including pool complete with swan neck jet, Cornish salt steam room, Swedish sauna, hot tub and experience showers.
14. Kimpton Fitzroy London
London, England
The Kimpton Fitzroy London has launched “My London Valentine” – a package for staying on 14 February. The getaway for two includes:
- an overnight stay in a stunning room or suite inclusive of breakfast
- a bottle of champagne and a sweet treat in the room on arrival
- glamorous four-course dinner at destination restaurant Galvin Bar & Grill
15. Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate
Essex, England
Celebrate the most romantic time of year at the stunning Down Hall Hotel, Spa & Estate in the beautiful Essex countryside. This year Down Hall has a couple of packages available on either Saturday 11 February or Tuesday 14 February:
- “Eat, Stay, Love” (from £292 per couple) which includes dinner, an overnight stay and breakfast
- Valentine’s stay with dinner (from £295 per room)
16. Flemings Mayfair
London, England
Luxury London boutique hotel Flemings Mayfair has a “Valentine’s Experience” which is perfect for a romantic getaway. Priced from £1,400 per night, the experience includes:
- accommodation in a deluxe double room
- a bouquet of flowers from Moyses Stevens
- a bottle of Delavenne Grand Cru Original Champagne
- a box of authentic Swiss chocolates
- an eight-course tasting menu with a glass of champagne for two
- continental breakfast for two
- a renewing cotton thread revitalising facial for two at Pietro Simone Skincare Clinic
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